**Biden Administration Races to Solidify Policy Legacy Amid Impending Transition**

As President Joe Biden's time in office nears its end, the White House is intensifying efforts to finalize significant aspects of his administration’s agenda. With just 65 days remaining, Biden's aides are expediting manufacturing and infrastructure investments and prioritizing key health and energy policies vulnerable to repeal.

Central to these efforts is a coordinated push to fill judicial vacancies through an expedited Senate process. Concurrently, the administration is dispatching $6 billion in aid to Ukraine and preparing a final round of sanctions against Russia. These measures, which may target Russia’s lucrative energy sector, are designed to be implemented without the pre-election concerns about domestic gas prices.

Reflecting on Biden's legacy, officials acknowledge that much of this groundwork could be swiftly undone by incoming President Donald Trump. According to foreign policy expert Ivo Daalder, there is little Biden can do that cannot be reversed in the upcoming weeks.

In addition to legacy-focused initiatives, the Biden administration is preparing for a transition process aimed at ensuring a smooth handover of power, reinforcing public confidence in the electoral system. Biden met with Trump for two hours at the White House, an act of courtesy Trump denied Biden four years ago. This meeting comes amidst a backdrop of mixed sentiment within the White House, where a sense of resignation pervades after voters rejected Biden's vision in favor of Trump's political approach.

As part of bolstering his legacy, Biden plans to enhance his public presence through interviews and possibly a major address to highlight his administration’s accomplishments. This is a departure from his tendency to opt for controlled sessions with friendly interviewers during his term.

Fears persist about the future of U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding support for Ukraine. The administration is fast-tracking the final aid installment amidst concerns that Trump may halt further assistance. A recently finalized agreement among the U.S. and G7 allies to loan Ukraine funds backed by profits from seized Russian assets appears to stand beyond Trump's direct influence, though he could still disrupt U.S. involvement.

At home, the Senate's Democratic majority aims to speed through judicial appointments before relinquishing control to Republicans. Additionally, Biden is expected to increase his public appearances at White House events and promote the administration's nationwide investments.

In a significant move, the administration recently secured a $6.6 billion deal for a chipmaking project in Arizona by Taiwan Semiconductor, part of the CHIPS and Science Act. Efforts are also underway to promote public support for elements of the Inflation Reduction Act and other high-risk policies, with the administration circulating GOP endorsements, including Trump’s praise for capping insulin prices.

While these efforts may help maintain aspects of Biden's domestic impact, they also leave room for Trump to benefit from programs established by the outgoing administration. Despite sharing valuable counsel with his successor, Biden recognizes that the divergent worldviews between himself and Trump mean any advice given may be disregarded.